Question
My baby is over five months old, and I recently started to consider introducing complementary feeding. However, I’m not quite sure what a five-month-old baby should eat.
Answer
Most infants begin to consume complementary foods around six months of age, so a baby over five months can start to have a small amount of egg yolks, juices, vegetable juices, rice porridge, and noodles in paste form. It is essential to ensure a balanced diet and to provide complementary feeding promptly to prevent malnutrition. You can also make meat purees to add nutrition and maintain a regular routine, aiding in calcium digestion and developing good eating habits. Additionally, it’s important to keep the room well-ventilated, drink plenty of hot water, and ensure the baby’s health.